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Quick Start
Completing a Test
When the test is complete, the red light on the Status Indicator will turn on
and an alarm will sound. To acknowledge the alarm, touch the alarm icon.
1. Stop the test:
a. If you are using the software to run the test, click the Stop Test button.
b. If you are using the onboard controls to run the test, touch the Stop
Test button.
3.
Turn the HEAT and MOTOR switches off.
4.
When the cell temperature has reached 150°F, turn the PUMP switch off
and slowly open the Pressure Release valve.
Never release pressure while the temperature is above 200°F
(93.3°C)
.
5. Turn the FILL/DRAIN CELL switch OFF for 5 seconds. Then set it to
DRAIN. This will allow air into the test cell and force the oil back into the
reservoir.
6. When you hear air venting from the Consistometer, turn the FILL/DRAIN
CELL switch off.
7. Remove the thermocouple from the cell cap.
8. Unscrew the cell cap and remove it from the test cell.
9. Remove the potentiometer and the slurry cup from the test cell.
10.
Turn the COOLING switch off.
11. Return the cell cap to the test cell to prevent dust and other material from
entering the cell.
12.
Turn the MAIN POWER switch off.
